When relegation-threatened Auxerre welcome high-flying Marseille to Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps this Saturday, it’s a tale of two contrasting seasons. The Burgundy club desperately seeks only their third win of the campaign while sitting precariously second from bottom, whereas Les Olympiens chase PSG for the Ligue 1 title despite recent stumbles.
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Auxerre vs Marseille: Match Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Ligue 1 – Matchday 11 |
| Venue | Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps |
| Date | Saturday, November 2, 2025 |
| Auxerre Position | 19th (2 points below safety) |
| Marseille Position | 3rd (2 points behind PSG) |
| Last Season | Auxerre won both 6-1 aggregate |
Auxerre’s Desperate Situation
Christophe Pelissier’s side are enduring a nightmare campaign, languishing two points below the relegation line after 10 matches. With joint-most defeats in the league (seven alongside Metz), AJA are on a concerning five-match winless streak and haven’t scored in their last two outings.
Saturday could see them go goalless in three consecutive Ligue 1 fixtures for the first time since their opening four matches of 2023—a statistic that speaks volumes about their attacking struggles. However, there’s a silver lining: Auxerre remain undefeated this season when scoring first, winning two such encounters with clean sheets at home.
Remarkably, Auxerre dominated Marseille last season with comprehensive victories totaling 6-1 on aggregate—a rare bright spot they’ll desperately hope to replicate.
Injury Concerns: Telli Siwe (knee) and Nathan Buayi-Kiala (cruciate ligament) remain unavailable, limiting Pelissier’s options.
Marseille’s Recent Wobble
Roberto De Zerbi has watched his previously unstoppable side collect just one point from their last three matches across all competitions, conceding multiple goals in each outing. This defensive fragility is uncharacteristic—they’ve allowed four goals in their last two Ligue 1 matches, matching what they conceded in the previous six combined.
Despite this wobble, Marseille remain genuine title contenders, trailing PSG by just two points and leading the league with 24 goals scored. Their only three league defeats came away from home, all by single-goal margins, suggesting they remain dangerous even when vulnerable.
Lengthy Injury List: Leonardo Balerdi (calf), Timothy Weah (leg), Geoffrey Kondogbia (calf), Hamed Traore (leg), Facundo Medina (ankle), and Amine Gouiri (back) all miss out, stretching De Zerbi’s squad depth.
Prediction: Marseille’s Firepower Prevails
Despite Auxerre’s historical success last season and Marseille’s recent struggles, the quality gap remains substantial. Marseille’s 24-goal tally reflects their attacking menace, while Auxerre’s defensive frailties and scoring drought suggest vulnerability. Expect Marseille to rediscover their winning touch.
Predicted Score: Auxerre 0-2 Marseille
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How have Auxerre performed at home this season?
A: Auxerre’s home form has been concerning, with the team in danger of suffering three consecutive defeats at Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps for the first time since December 2022 to January 2023. However, they’ve shown resilience when scoring first—remaining undefeated in such scenarios this season with two victories, both clean sheet wins at home. Their main struggle has been finding the net, failing to score in their last two league matches.
Q: What’s behind Marseille’s recent defensive issues?
A: Marseille have experienced an unexpected defensive decline in late October, conceding multiple goals in their last three matches across all competitions. They’ve allowed four goals in their past two Ligue 1 fixtures—as many as in their previous six matches combined. This vulnerability is partly explained by their extensive injury crisis, with key defenders Leonardo Balerdi (calf), Facundo Medina (ankle), and Geoffrey Kondogbia (calf) all sidelined, forcing Roberto De Zerbi to reshuffle his defensive structure significantly.
